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Welcome to Pete's Original Art Online Abstract Gallery! Hi my name is Peter Dranitsin, I am a slef representing abstract artist from Cleveland, ohio. I have created this art gallery to be able to share and sell my original acrylic abstract paintings. Throughout this online art gallery you will find a vast variety of original contemporary abstract art paintings. Please note that all paintings presented here are one hundred percent original acrylics paintings all hand painted and signed by artist (myself). All paintings are created with only high quality acrylics paint on professionally stretched gallery style canvas.

Acrylics are made up of three basic elements. The first is the acrylic polymer emulsion iteslf - a water-thin, milky solution derived from polmerized acrylic resin dispersed in wter. The second ingredient is color. Dried pigment i sdisparsed in deionized water creating the pigment dispersion. The third component is comprised of several chemicals - freeze/thaw stabilizer, surfactant, biocide to name a few. All of these elementscombine in a specific quantities to form what we know of as acrylic paint.

One thing that distinguishes acrylic emulsion paints from oil paints is the way they dry. Oil paints dry through a continuous chemical reaction. What this means is that they continue to dry ndefinitely when they are in contact with the air. The acrylic polymers are already fully formed in the wet emulsion, and the pigment particles are suspended in the liquid. As the paint dries, all of the volatile solvents in the paint evaporate from the film and through the substrate by capillary action.

Flexible and semi-flexible support for abstract painting. A traditional flexibile support for acrylic abstract painting is canvas. Canvas has witstood the test of time and is both relatively economical and durable. Cotton duck or linen canvas is tightly woven and readily accepts paint. It is available in a variety of weights and widths, and is also available primed with a coat of acrylic gesso. There are few things that beat the convenience of pre-primed, pre-stretched canvas supports.

Painting on canvas has the advantage that the work doesn't have to be matted. If the canvas has deep sides these also can be painted, making framing unnecessary. If you intend to make larger artwork, canvas is probably your best choice. When puchasing a canvas, check that it is not warped. Youcan do this by placing the longest side against the end of a shelf in the store. Assuming the shelf is perpendicular to the floor., the corner of your canvas should fit snugly into the space. Then hold your canvas with the front flat against the broad end of a shelf. If it won't lie flat, it's warped. These quick tests can save you from wasting money. Be awayre that a canvas on a narrow stretcher bars will easily warp over time.

For creating glazing - painting on a thin, transparent layer - fluid acrylics are your best choice. Even opaque pigments, such as cadmiums, titaniums, ochers, and ceruleans, can be made transparent with the addition of matte or gloss medium. Golden provides a small strip of paint on the outside of each bottle or jar to help you judge. If the following words form part of a color's name, you can be sure they are nature transparent: dioxazine, phthallo, or quinacridone. Other transparent paints are Transparent Yellow Iron Oxide. Transparent Red Iron Oxide, and Jenkins Green.

Watercolor paints can be used as the background layer of a mixed-media piece, but they don't work well over acrylics. Oil paints can be used over acrylics, but acrylics can't be used over oil. Since acrylic adhesives can't be mixed with oil paints, it is also harder to find ways to attach collage to an oil painting.

Be Your Own Critic

Some questions to ask yourself about the design of an abstract painting. Be aware that they won't all apply to every painting.

- Are the colors sufficiently interesting to keep the viewer's attention? Have you included enough variety? Even a relatively monochromatic painting can have a wide variety of shades of a color.

- Does it have good value contrasts? Is the greatest contrast where you want your center of interst?

- Have you contrasted textures in order to draw attention to them?

- Are you brushstrokes varied in size and direction to animate the surface?

- Have you included a variety of shapes? Do you want one to dominate? If so, is it large enough?

- If you have used lines, do they vary in thickness?

- Have you varied your edges? Or are you deliberately going for a hard-edged or soft-edged look?

- Does the artwork hold together as a unit- through color harmony and shape repetition?

- Assuming you were aiming for balance, does the painting seem unbalanced, one aspect dominating with no counterbalance? For example, a large shape in a neutral color might need to be balanced by a small touch of a bright color.

Improvisation and Experimentation can generate fabulous effects. In addition to traditional brushes, paint can be applied to surfaces using sponges, rolled up balls of paper or fabric, or even splattered on with an old toothbrush. Paint can be applied and then scrubbed off a surface, or a resist can be used to reveal stunning designs when paint is added.

Using Additives in your Abstract Painting.

When substances such as bleach, salt, or mineral spirits are added to acrylic paint the effects can be quite intriguiing. In a similar fashion, a surface can be given texture by layering on additives such as sheets of plastic or thin acrylic.

Here is one abstract technique you might want to try: score a fully cured, thick layer of color with shapr craft knife. Swipe color over the cuts, then quickly rub it off with a very lightly dampened cloth, pushing the paint into the fissures. The color-filled incisions can add edgy highlights to a coposition.

Purple Clouds

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This is an original acrylic abstract painting on professionally stretched canvas. Created by abstract artist Peter Dranitsin, Cleveland Ohio. To see how paintings are created by Peter please visit his other website where he provides online tutorials on how to create an amazing abstract painting only at www.abstractartlesson.com Please note - if this or any other painting is sold I can recreate similar painting within a week per your request. I can also do customized paitning per your request please contact me for a FREE quote. Thank you!

This painting was sold, if you purchase it I will recreate a similar painting within 7-10 business days depending on available materials and on a first come first serve basis.

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Abstract Art Paitning Questions and Feedback

Hi there! I was just wondering if you have ever displayed your work at University Hospital Case Medical Center? My boyfriend works there and was describing some paintings that he saw there one day a few weeks ago, and I was curious if it could have been you! Please let me know :) THanks!Yes absolutely.

Hello, is your Deep Violet painting for sale?No this painting is available for recreation only. Which means that if you purchase this abstract painting I will create a similar one for you.

Saw you on youtube and then checked out your site. Amazing Art! Do you make custom artwork? We are looking for an abstract painting in shades of purple, maybe with some brown . If so, what would be the costs? Iit would be for a large wall and we are open to ideas about one large piece or two or three pieces that go together. Look forward to your reply.cost would be determined based on the size of the canvas and the difficulty of the composition

When you use a spatula, is it best to use heavy body paint and with a sponge, use soft body? And should I be using a dry sponge, because I'm getting bubbles in my paint? Best regards.Q:When you use a spatula, is it best to use heavy body paint and with a sponge, use soft body? - A: I only use soft body acrylics. Q: And should I be using a dry sponge, because I'm getting bubbles in my paint? Best regards - A: rinse the sponge periodically in clean water

Peter, when you use a spatula, is it best to use heavy body paint? And do you use soft body paint for the sponge technique? Best regards. JasonQ: when you use a spatula, is it best to use heavy body paint? A: it really depends on your personal preference Q: do you use soft body paint for the sponge technique? A: I personally prefer to work with soft body acrylics

I would like to buy the DVD's.. Can I?at this time I only offer streaming abstract art lesson video courses and tutorials on my other website at abstractartlesson.com

Im not comfortable buying stuff online. Is any way of buying the gold package ata store?at this time I do not offer any DVDs with my art video lessons only through subscription on my other website at abstractartlesson.com

I have subscribe to your side but I don't know how to see your videos. Please helpplease go to How It Works page on my other website at abstractartlesson.com and watch the tutorial video that will explain everything in details

I am an artist myself, and I am interested in developing an affiliate website related to art and,more specifically, to abstract expressionist art. Do you have or would you be interested in affiliate marketing for your products? Jay ClapperI am interested in affiliate marketing, but at the moment I do not have any system that is set up in order to do that

Hi Pete Thank you for the very inspiring lessons I would like to know if you are having the canvas on a table og if you are uing an asel. The very wet painting never run down the canvas when you paint. Also how long does it really take you to make the paintings....not just 10-20 minuts I think :o Bedst regards Birgit Andersen Q: I would like to know if you are having the canvas on a table or if you are uing an asel. A: I usually have small canvases layed on the table and larger ones either on the floor or on the wall. Q: Also how long does it really take you to make the paintings A: it depends on the size of the painting and difficulty of the composition

Testimonials

Hi Pete,
thank you for your amazing videos on youtube, "sky blue" and so on, it made my day. Just wanted to thank you,
SimoneSimone (Germany)

I am 77 years old. over 40 years ago I did some oil painting. Gave it up when children and life changes came. I recently decided to take up Acrylics. However, I have developed what is called a familial tremor. I have very bad shaking in my hands. I feel that Abstract would be the best way of expressing myself. I just found you on YouTube tonight. I have looked at other tutorials, but I must tell you Peter, when I watched two of yours, I began to cry. It touched me so deeply, because I sort of knew what colour you were going to add next. I felt that your method is one I could use, even though I have the tremor. I also have a lung condition, so I am housebound a lot, but I do volunteer to support people to stop smoking, via a COPD group on the internet. Have done so for almost 20 years. But I so want to get back to painting. I have some paints and some canvas, but I want to get some more things that will help me. Sponges and mediums to keep paint from drying. You have given me new hope that I once again can create. Thank you so much, Peter. My heart soared tonight and my tears were those of joy.Joyce Stewart Toronto, Ontario,Canada

Great art works, you have really tapped into something. Very strong statements also a very good range of concepts. Brilliant!Andrew

I ordered two fantastic paintings from Peter. I have to say the price was very reasonable the shipping was quick and the paintings are really incredible. I would HIGHLY recommend placing your order, you will not be disappointed.Derek DQ USA Salt Lake City, Utah

Peter I really think your art is so amazing! I am just a kid but i still paint my heart out and when i see your paintings I can read it just because of the beautiful colors that you use. Your technique with the sponge is amazing I just learned how to do it last week and I am on my 30th painting. I am a big fan of your paintings.One word i can describe your paints are perfect i have seen all your videos. If you actually had the time to read this thank you so much!Fernando Milwaukee

We have seven of your paintings and we love every one. We can't wait to add to our collection. We missed you at the Dayton Art Institute Oktoberfest this year. Hope to see you next year!Lori Dayton, OH

Hi Pete, I just want to let you know how much I enjoy your painting videos on Utube. Please keep making them. I soooo enjoy them. Thank for sharing your art.Brenda Baltimore

Hi Pete, Love your art work "White tree" posted on youtube. Its simply awesome!! I tried it myself with few modifications because i think i couldnt paint even near to your work. somehow i managed and would love to get your comments on that. Painting is my hobby and i love to try new techniques and paintings..pls let me know where can i send u my work.Shachi